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Isopropyl Isostearate
Can worsen Oily Skin
These ingredients are known to potentially contribute to excess oil or shine, but they don't affect everyone the same way. Skin can be oily for many reasons, so it's always a good idea to consider your unique skin needs when choosing products.
May cause Acne
These ingredients have a higher likelihood of clogging pores or triggering breakouts, especially for acne-prone skin. However, skin reactions are individual - what causes breakouts for one person may work fine for another. Patch test if you're concerned.
May feed Fungal Acne
Fungal acne-safe products avoid ingredients that feed Malassezia yeast, the cause of fungal acne. Unlike regular acne, fungal acne appears as small, uniform bumps and won't respond to typical acne treatments. If you suspect fungal acne, consult a dermatologist for proper diagnosis.
Explained
Isopropyl isodecanoate is a lipid created from isopropyl alcohol and isostearic acid. It is an emollient and leaves skin feeling soft.
Emollients create a thin barrier that traps moisture underneath, hydrating the skin.
This ingredient may not be fungal-acne safe.
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What it does
Emollient
Having the quality of softening or soothing the skin.
Skin Conditioning
To hydrate and soften skin
Alternative names
Isopropyl Isosterate
Prevalence
Less common
Percentage of products that contain it
0.4%
Top categories
Makeup
Moisturizers
Cleansers
Position
Predominant list placement
Top 25%
References
Products with Isopropyl Isostearate
CosIng Data
CosIng ID
34693
INCI Name
ISOPROPYL ISOSTEARATE
EC #
 250-651-1 / 269-023-3
All Functions
Binding, Emollient, Skin Conditioning
